Welcome to KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction for Today’s Match Fantasy Cricket Tips.
The much-anticipated opening match of IPL 2025 will take place at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on March 22 at 7:30 PM IST.
The 1st match of IPL 2025 will feature a thrilling encounter between the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and their fierce rivals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Check out our Dream11 prediction, top fantasy picks, player availability news, pitch report, predicted playing XIs & more.
KKR vs RCB Match Information
| Match | KKR vs RCB, 1st T20, IPL 2025 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Date | 22nd March 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Streaming | Jiotstar |
KKR vs RCB Pitch Report
Eden Gardens is known for its batting-friendly conditions, often favoring high-scoring matches. The pitch typically offers good bounce, but spinners may find assistance as the game progresses.
KKR vs RCB Weather Report
The weather is expected to be sunny, with minimal chances of rain interrupting the proceedings.
Team Update/Players Availability News
- There is no injury update from both side.
Kolkata Knight Riders Predicted Playing XI
Quinton de Kock (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Anrich Nortje, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakravarthy, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Impact Player)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted Playing XI
Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Krunal Pandya, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Swapnil Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Phil Salt (Impact Player)
KKR vs RCB: Complete Squad
Kolkata Knight Riders squad: Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Anrich Nortje, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Vaibhav Arora, Mayank Markande, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Spencer Johnson, Luvnith Sisodia, Ajinkya Rahane, Anukul Roy, Moeen Ali, Umran Malik.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, Devdutt Padikal, Swastik Chikara, Manoj Bhandage, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee.
KKR vs RCB Dream11 Match Prediction Choices For Captain And Vice-Captain
Sunil Narine – Captain
Sunil Narine had an outstanding batting season last year, scoring 488 runs in just 14 innings at an impressive strike rate of 180.74. His ability to contribute significantly with the bat, along with his skills as a bowler, makes him a valuable captain choice
Virat Kohli – Vice-captain
Virat Kohli topped the scoring charts last season with a remarkable total of 741 runs at an average of 61.75. His experience and ability to perform under pressure make him a top candidate for captaincy in this match.
Grand League Dream11 Team Prediction KKR vs RCB
Keepers: Quinton de Kock, Phil Salt
Batsmen: Virat Kohli, Venkatesh Iyer, Rajat Patidar
All-rounders: Sunil Narine(c), Andre Russell(VC), Liam Livingstone
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Varun Chakravarthy
Head-to-Head Dream11 Team Prediction KKR vs RCB
Keepers: Phil Salt
Batsmen: Virat Kohli, Venkatesh Iyer, Rajat Patidar
All-rounders: Sunil Narine(C), Andre Russell(VC), Liam Livingstone
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Varun Chakravarthy, H Rana
Who Will Win Today’s Match Between KKR vs RCB?
Kolkata Knight Riders to win
Looking at the squad strength of Kolkata Knight Riders, they are looking stronger and are the favourites to win the game.
